What To Do This Weekend 03.07.25

ArcadeX has taken over Battersea Power Station’s Coaling Jetty for the summer – and it’s one of the season’s best al fresco destinations. Expect global street food, Casamigos tequila cocktails, seasonal spritzes, and beers on tap, all with riverside views and the Power Station as a striking backdrop. Food comes courtesy of viral smash burger truck MANNA, cult Taiwanese spot BAO, NY-style Gracey’s Pizza and the excellent Mexa – serving suadero tacos, slow-cooked meats and fiery salsas. Don’t miss frozen margaritas from award-winning bartender Rich Woods and gelato by Two Little Giraffes, either. With daybeds, music, and big-screen showings of Wimbledon and the Tour de France, it’s made for all-day lounging.

Coaling Jetty, Battersea Power Station, Nine Elms, SW11 8DD

Visit ARCADEFOODHALL.COM

This summer, take the kids on a creative city trail celebrating one of the ocean’s oldest species. The Tusk Turtle Trail sees 16 life-sized sculptures dotted across central London, designed by a starry list of artists and public figures including Ronnie Wood, Deborah Meaden, Steven Bartlett, Rankin and Harland Miller. Curated by Chris Westbrook of Westbrook Gallery, the trail is both a public art installation and a powerful conservation message: six of the planet’s seven marine turtle species are now threatened with extinction. The sculptures will be on display throughout the summer, ahead of a charity auction later this year – and it’s a fun, free way to explore the city while sparking meaningful conversations.

Various London locations

Visit TUSK.ORG

This summer, NYC’s award-winning bar and restaurant Dante is bringing its downtown Manhattan charm to Mayfair with a month-long residency at Claridge’s. Expect a daily Aperitivo Hour featuring signature cocktails like the Garibaldi (with Dante’s famed ‘fluffy’ orange juice), Negroni Bianco and a Chocolate Negroni fountain. The menu pays homage to American classics, offering Dante x Claridge’s sliders, seafood towers, shrimp cocktails, and a New York strip steak with chimichurri. Weekends will showcase a New York-style brunches with buttermilk pancakes, banana bread with ricotta and honey, and huevos rancheros.

Claridge’s, Brook Street, Mayfair, W1K 4HR

Visit CLARIDGES.CO.UK

Pink City Prints is hosting a summer sample sale at its Fitzrovia showroom, with all profits going to Smart Works and Sneh Girls Shikshan Sansthan School in Jaipur. Expect to find floaty dresses, embroidered sets and breezy holiday staples from £10 to £125, in sizes XXS to XXL. Whether you're after an easy beach throw-on or something for a dinner out, it’s a chance to pick up something beautiful while supporting two brilliant charities that empower women through education and employment.

37 Eastcastle Street, Fitzrovia, W1W 8DR; Friday 4th July (4pm-8pm) & Saturday 5th July (10am-5pm)

Visit PINKCITYPRINTS.COM

Carousel Jewels has opened its first seaside store in the heart of buzzy St Leonards. Just a short walk from the beach, the new boutique showcases the brand’s signature gemstone pieces and one-of-a-kind designs in a space designed to reflect warmth, craftsmanship and storytelling. Think vibrant statement rings, delicate layered necklaces and beach-perfect earrings – plus, special pieces exclusive to the store. It’s the ideal stop-off if you’re heading to Hastings or planning a summer escape on the south coast.

51 Kings Road, St Leonards-On-Sea, TN37 6DY

Visit CAROUSELJEWELS.COM

Every Thursday night in July, Notting Hill’s much-loved KURO coffee shop will transform into a chic wine bar for KURO Late – the team’s evening concept that combines a curated wine list with thoughtful snacks and stylish surroundings. From 5pm-10pm, guests can sip prosecco or small-batch wines outdoors on the terrace, or settle into the design-led interiors for charcuterie boards and elevated nibbles. KURO’s loyalty scheme rewards double points on KURO Late evenings, and neighbouring KURO Bagels and KURO Bakery serve artisanal bites and baked goods if you want to keep the experience going. 

KURO, 3 Hillgate Street, Notting Hill, W8 7SP

Visit KURO-LONDON.COM

Returning to Aesop’s Soho store from 3rd-6th July, the Queer Library invites visitors to pick up a free book by a queer author – no purchase necessary. Curated in partnership with iconic LGBTQIA+ bookshop Gay’s The Word, this year’s focus is on trans and non-binary voices, celebrating the power of literature to broaden minds and spark connection. There’s also an interactive card game inspired by Aesop’s fable ‘The North Wind and the Sun’, plus a Brighton edition later this summer. Aesop will continue its partnership with All Out, supporting LGBTQIA+ rights around the world.

Aesop Soho, 41 Lexington Street, W1F 9AJ; until 6th July

Visit AESOP.COM

Clinique is popping up at Battersea Power Station to celebrate the launch of its newest Almost Lipstick shade: Nude Honey. Taking over Malaysia Square for two days only, the immersive experience invites visitors to try the cult-favourite balm-lipstick hybrid, grab a complimentary full-size Nude Honey (while stocks last), and cool down with iced ‘Honeyade’ drinks. There’ll also be sweet surprises throughout the day – including chances to win additional Clinique treats. Whether you're a longtime Black Honey loyalist or new to the line-up, this is a fun excuse to stock up for summer and get your hands on a buzzy new beauty hero – for free.

Malaysia Square, Battersea Power Station, Nine Elms, SW11 8EZ; 4th-5th July

Visit CLINIQUE.CO.UK

Pride in London returns this Saturday 5th July for one of the city’s biggest and most joyful annual events. The iconic parade winds its way through the West End from midday – beginning at Hyde Park Corner and ending in Whitehall – with over 30,000 participants representing LGBTQIA+ communities, charities, and allies. This year’s theme, We Are Everywhere, is a celebration of visibility, unity and solidarity. Alongside the parade, Trafalgar Square will host a full day of live performances and speeches, with additional music stages in Soho and Golden Square, plus food vendors and community stalls throughout the area. 

Various locations, mainly Soho, Piccadilly & Westminster

Visit PRIDEINLONDON.ORG

If you’re looking to elevate your Saturday evening plans, book the ultra-exclusive chef’s table at Dosa by Akira Back. Hidden within the new Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, this 14-seater dining room is home to one of London’s most refined foodie experiences. Korean-born, US-raised chef Akira Back brings a bold, contemporary take to classic Korean flavours, with a theatrical seven-course tasting menu served at just one sitting each evening (7pm, Tuesday to Saturday). Expect seasonal, artfully plated dishes, paired with a sommelier-led wine flight for the full fine-dining journey. Post-dinner, make time to explore the hotel’s rotating art installations curated by Opera Gallery, then head up to ABar Rooftop. The outdoor terrace serves sweeping city views, live DJ sets and a summer-perfect ‘mini martini’ in partnership with No.3 Gin. 

22 Hanover Square, Mayfair, W1S 1JP

Visit MANDARINORIENTAL.COM

Looking to reset? Raffles London at The OWO has just launched boutique Reformer Pilates classes and luxe spa day experiences at its world-class Guerlain Spa. The new Pilates sessions – capped at just four people – offer expert-led movement in an intimate, high-spec studio. For something more indulgent, A Tailor Made Spa Day (£1,095), includes a two-hour Guerlain treatment, fragrance consultation and healthy lunch, while Petite Guerlain (£465) is a chic half-day treat for teens with facials, a make-up masterclass and cream tea.

Raffles London at The OWO, Whitehall, SW1A

Visit RAFFLES.COM

Hourglass is launching The Vinyl Lounge pop-up at Soho’s Sounds of the Universe vinyl store, for one day only, on 4th July. It also marks the debut of global brand partner, Gracie Abrams. Expect live DJs, exclusive gifts and the brand's cult-fave complexion stars: Vanish Airbrush Concealer (full coverage, waterproof, 32 shades), Veil Hydrating Skin Tint (hello, 52% hydration boost), and Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm. The Vanish Airbrush Concealer sells every 10 seconds globally for good reason: it blurs pores and fine lines while feeling weightless and pairs perfectly with the glowing, sheer Veil tint. Plus, the whole range is vegan and cruelty-free. Catch the vibe, shop the best and maybe even spot Gracie Abrams performing nearby at BST Hyde Park.

 7 Broadwick Street, Soho, W1F 0DA 

Visit HOURGLASSCOSMETICS.CO.UK

Jo Malone London is bringing a taste of the British seaside to the South Bank this weekend to celebrate the launch of its new Raspberry Ripple cologne. Inspired by classic ice-cream flavours and nostalgic summer holidays, the immersive pop-up is set along a seaside-style boardwalk, with colourful beach huts offering sensory experiences that explore the scent’s juicy notes of raspberry, redcurrant and soft white musk. Inside, guests can discover the full limited-edition collection, design retro bunting, send digital postcards, and snap a summer-ready pic at the postcard-style photo moment. Naturally, no seaside trip is complete without something sweet – so expect scoops of raspberry ripple ice cream on your way out. Entry is free.

The Queen’s Walk, South Bank, SE1c; 3rd-11th July 

Visit JOMALONE.CO.UK

Billy Porter’s directorial debut lands in London this weekend, as his acclaimed production of Harrison David Rivers’ This Bitter Earth opens at Soho Theatre. Set in Obama-era America, the play follows the relationship between Jesse, a Black playwright, and Neil, a white activist, as they navigate race, class, sexuality and protest in an ever-shifting cultural landscape. The script blends romance and politics with razor-sharp clarity – and Porter’s direction brings a fresh urgency to this intimate two-hander.

Soho Theatre, 21 Dean Street, Soho, W1D 3NE; until 26th July

Visit SOHOTHEATRE.COM

If you didn’t manage to get a ticket to Centre Court, you can still get a whiff of the action. NYC perfumers D.S. & Durga have launched a limited-edition fragrance designed to evoke memories of your best tennis summer. Crush Balls is a green, fresh scent with notes of cut grass, hedge flowers, cotton and ‘sporty accord’ – a tongue-in-cheek tribute to tennis culture, timed to coincide with Wimbledon. It’s only available at the brand’s pop-up at Space NK’s Wimbledon branch or online, so move fast.

Visit SPACENK.COM